1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 602 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |