1991 Chevrolet APV vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet APV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet APV | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | APV | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
