2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (375 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 218 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
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, 1993 Porsche 911 (490 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 375 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 490 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |