1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (450 HP) has 249 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 87 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (429 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (386 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 911 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 450 HP |
Torque | 386 Nm | 429 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |