1996 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (444 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. (430 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 342 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (584 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. (574 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 911 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 911 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 430 HP |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2685 mm |
