1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 90 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 285 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 | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |