1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 695 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 914 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1677 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |