2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1977 Porsche 928
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 928. (237 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 928 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 928. (363 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 1977 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Express | 928 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |