1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 500 kg more than 1975 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 911 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 512 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |