2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 128 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvette | 993 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2280 mm |
