2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1989 Porsche 911 (854 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. (544 Nm). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvette | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 854 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |
