1991 Porsche 928 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 928. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 928 | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 928 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |
