1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 911. (231 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 693 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1987 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1987 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Silverado | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2270 mm |
