1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 220 kg more than 1991 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvette | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1260 mm |
