2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1979 Porsche 928
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 928 (295 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 935 kg more than 1979 Porsche 928.
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, 1979 Porsche 928 (380 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1979 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1979 Porsche 928 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 | 1979 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Express | 928 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 86 L |
