1988 Porsche 928 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 928. (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Porsche 928 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
Model | 928 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1244 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |