2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 520 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |