2006 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. Both 2006 Porsche Carrera GT and 1986 Chevrolet Corvette are equipped with a 5,733 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 58 kg more than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT.
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 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Carrera GT | 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | Carrera GT | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 68 L |
