1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 303 kg more than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1956 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvette | 911 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |
