1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 147 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (346 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvette | 911 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
