2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1993 Porsche 965

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 909 kg more than 1993 Porsche 965.

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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 965 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 1993 Porsche 965
Make Chevrolet Porsche
Model Express 965
Year Released 2009 1993
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4300 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 193 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 530 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 2385 kg 1476 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2270 mm


 

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