1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |
