1975 Porsche 924 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 312 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Porsche 924 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
Model | 924 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |