1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 911 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |