2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |