2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 928. (345 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 149 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 928. (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 928 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 5397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |