2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera

To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2013 Porsche Panamera
Make Chevrolet Porsche
Model Corvette Panamera
Year Released 2001 2013
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5666 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V single
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 395 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 485 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Electric
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Single Speed
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1860 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4970 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 2114 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1418 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2920 mm


 

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