2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 965. (317 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 965. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 35 kg more than 1991 Porsche 965. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 965. (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 965.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 965 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |