1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 205 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Caprice | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |