2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 545 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914. 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 Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1970 Porsche 914 has manual transmission. 1970 Porsche 914 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Silverado | 914 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 61 L |
