1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Porsche 965
To start off, 1993 Porsche 965 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (207 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 88 kg more than 1993 Porsche 965.
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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (346 Nm). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvette | 965 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 355 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
