1988 Porsche 928 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 928. (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 19 kg more than 1988 Porsche 928. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 928 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 928 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
