1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 32 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, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP) has 409 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (373 Nm). This means 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 604 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 590 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |