2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (210 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |