1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 708 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (120 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 356 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 52 L |