1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 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 5 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 911 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |