1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Porsche 928

To start off, 1994 Porsche 928 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 928 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 928. (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 928.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Chevrolet Corvette 1994 Porsche 928
Make Chevrolet Porsche
Model Corvette 928
Year Released 1968 1994
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5360 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 191 HP 306 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 409 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2510 mm


 

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