1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 227 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911. 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 911 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1260 mm |