2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 3162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |