1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Porsche 964
To start off, 1992 Porsche 964 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 964. (261 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 964. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 Porsche 964. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 964.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvette | 964 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |
