1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 39 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 911 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |