1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 270 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Silverado | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
