1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvette | 911 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
