1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 125 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
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, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. (570 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvette | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 620 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4468 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
