1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 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 (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (355 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 105 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |