1959 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 1990 Porsche 928 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chevrolet Corvair | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvair | 928 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
