2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 240 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 356 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |