1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1995 Porsche 911

To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 755 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.

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, 1995 Porsche 911 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Chevrolet Caprice 1995 Porsche 911
Make Chevrolet Porsche
Model Caprice 911
Year Released 1994 1995
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4312 cc 3746 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 197 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 355 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 5400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 2034 kg 1279 kg
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2280 mm


 

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