2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1031 kg more than 1983 Porsche 959.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Express | 959 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2280 mm |
