1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2003 Porsche GT2 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 42 kg more than 2003 Porsche GT2.
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, 2003 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvette | GT2 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
