1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. 2007 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1992 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvette | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
