2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 930. (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 930. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1978 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1978 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Express | 930 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2510 mm |