1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (283 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 993 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |