2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 928. (330 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 928.
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 (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 928. (430 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 928 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 4957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |