2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 247 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvette | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 431 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 77 L |
