2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 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 7,011 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (272 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 105 kg more than 1993 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 (635 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7011 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 635 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 73 L |