2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 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) has 201 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 968. (305 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 51 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968. 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 (637 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 968. (500 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvette | 968 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
