1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 911 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 665 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3650 mm |
