1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 523 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 340 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. 1969 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Vega | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
