1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 911 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |