1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Porsche 924
To start off, 1985 Porsche 924 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 924. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 10 kg more than 1985 Porsche 924. 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 924. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 924 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4344 cc | 2478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1217 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |