1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 192 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Caprice | 911 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |