1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 43 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 880 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |