2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1969 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 911. (156 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1969 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 Suburban (454 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 911. (191 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 911. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1969 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1969 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1969 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
