1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (247 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (316 Nm). This means 1974 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvette | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1260 mm |
