2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (108 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914.
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 Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Silverado | 914 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2460 mm |