1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 45 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 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 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 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (749 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6491 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 749 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1694 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |