1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 119 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 296 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 92 L |