2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1966 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 911. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 16 kg more than 1966 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 911. (179 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 911. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1966 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1966 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1966 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Express | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
