1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 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), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (228 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 290 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvette | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1260 mm |
