2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 31 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911. 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 (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1989 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1989 Porsche 911 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 | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Express | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
