1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 360 kg more than 2012 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Silverado | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |
