2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Impala | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
