1960 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1976 Porsche 911
To start off, 1976 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 911 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 10 kg more than 1976 Porsche 911.
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:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvair | 1976 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvair | 911 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2368 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
