2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 1995 Porsche 911 (909 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (542 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | SSR | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 909 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
