2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (190 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 393 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Express | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
