2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 381 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Colorado | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 79 L |
