1959 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 15 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chevrolet Corvair | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvair | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
