1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP) has 305 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (373 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvette | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
