1991 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 91 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 911 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 911 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1880 mm |
