2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1964 Porsche 904
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1964 Porsche 904. (155 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 904. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 904.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1964 Porsche 904 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 904 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |