1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Porsche 928
To start off, 1977 Porsche 928 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 928. (237 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 26 kg more than 1977 Porsche 928. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 928. (363 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 928. 1977 Porsche 928 has automatic transmission and 1965 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Porsche 928 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvette | 928 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |
