1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 993. (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 993 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
Model | 993 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1440 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 |