2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (163 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 310 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 944 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |