1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 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 91 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (210 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 457 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
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 | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |