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The 2023 Chevrolet Corvette is a stunning sports car for the price, but the Porsche 911 wins out in several key areas.

The Porsche 911 and the Chevrolet Corvette are among the finest sports cars money can buy. Hailing from different continents, each model has a devoted and loyal fan base. The 911 has traditionally had a larger global market appeal, whereas the Corvette has largely catered to North America. Chevrolet is seeking to change this with the 2023 Corvette.

Several changes have been made to make the car more appealing to the European market. A major one is that the Corvette will be available in right-hand drive for the first time, making it increasingly usable for UK buyers.

Emissions regulations may make these cars a dying breed, and for this reason, you should have your fun while you can. Which car should you choose? Let's now have a deeper look at 10 ways the new Porsche 911 is better than the 2023 Corvette.

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When buying a high-performance sports car, the purchase cost can make it a palm-sweating moment. However, the anxiety doesn't end there, complex engineering and implementation of advanced technology mean there is an ever-present risk of wallet draining.

Consequently, the value of a comprehensive manufacturer's warranty cannot be underestimated. Knowing any issues will be resolved at no additional expense allows you to relax more and simply enjoy the car you have dreamed of. Porsche includes a limited warranty lasting 4 years of 50,000 miles with the new 911, it even covers corrosion damage for 12 years with unlimited mileage. The warranty can be extended up to 10 years or 100,000 miles, for ultimate peace of mind. Chevrolet, in comparison, provides coverage for 3 years and just 36,000 miles. Corrosion damage is limited to just 6 years and 100,000 miles, which is vastly inferior.

All-wheel drive systems have become an increasingly common feature in modern cars. Once the preserve of off-road focussed vehicles, the technology is now utilized to get the power down onto the asphalt.

The Porsche 911 is available with all-wheel drive in many variants, while the Corvette has only ever been available as a rear-wheel drive car. Having said that, the C8 hybrid version of the Corvette will debut the technology, with the addition of a powered front axle. However, the standard car will remain powered by only the rear wheels. While not the primary purpose of the system, the 911 will massively outperform the Corvette in wet and wintry conditions.

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Safety has been one area of the automotive sector that has improved massively over recent decades. Back in the day, relatively little concern was given to the risks associated with high-performance cars, as was the case in motorsport. Today, regulations dictate cars must be made as safe as possible, and buyers of cars in all segments will consider it a priority.

Both cars have the basics, including several airbags, anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control, traction control, and seat belt pretensioners. However, the 911 is superior overall, with various trick features not available on the Corvette. Passive infrared night vision, for example, is very useful at night, helping ensure animals and pedestrians are not run down. The most surprising thing about the Corvette is that autonomous emergency braking is not available, while being standard on the 911, and a great number of cheaper, regular cars.

Porsche is well known for producing some of the best interiors in the business, with high-quality materials, and attention to detail.

Unfortunately, the interior of the Corvette just cannot compete. That's not to say the 2023 cabin is poor quality, it is the best Corvette interior ever made, with carbon fiber heavily used. However, it still lacks the Porsche's finesse and fastidious attention to detail.

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Fuel economy is not something that ranks particularly highly on the wishlist when selecting a sports car. However, with the current high gas prices and potential supply constraints due to the war in Ukraine, every little helps.

The 911 returns more miles per gallon than the Corvette, according to the EPA. While the difference is not massive, 18 MPG city/ 24 MPG highway for the Porsche vs 16 MPG city/ 24 MPG highway for the Chevrolet, the savings could prove useful. The inclusion of a start/stop system on the Porsche, which is unavailable on the Chevrolet, is one reason for the difference seen in economy.

The 911 is kitted out with Porsche's excellent sixth-generation infotainment system. As well as navigation, the offering includes an upgraded "Voice Pilot" voice control system and native integration of Spotify. No longer is a smartphone required to listen to your favorite playlists, users simply need to sign in to their accounts in the car. The whole setup is based around a slick 11-inch touchscreen infotainment screen.

The Corvette is instead fitted with a slightly smaller 8-inch touchscreen. The use of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is required to run Spotify, as well as several other features. Despite being much improved compared to the previous model, the 911 has the edge over the Corvette, with a polished and responsive interface.

While very few people set out to purchase a sports car for carrying four people, it is an important requirement for some buyers. The 911 ticks this box, with all but the GT3 coming available with four seats. While these are really only suitable for small children, it does provide a level of practicality, making family days out in a sporty car a real possibility.

In comparison, the Corvette is available exclusively as a two-seater, limiting the driving thrills to just the driver and just one other.

The C8 Corvette Z06 is powered by a 670-hp 6.2-liter V8, and 0-60 mph is possible in a blistering 2.6 seconds. The 911 Turbo S is ridiculously rapid, going from 0-60 mph in just 2.2 seconds, utilizing its 640-hp, 3.7-liter 6-cylinder engine.

Helping bring the 911 back to a halt, are larger front brake rotors than those found on the Corvette, with 16.5 inches on the Turbo S and 13.6 inches on the Corvette Z51. Generally the larger the rotors, the greater the stopping power, as well as better sustained performance due to an increased surface area for heat distribution.

The 911 boasts a more advanced chassis compared to the Corvette. The engine mounts make use of an electronically controlled liquid, which is capable of changing viscosity and reducing engine vibration. In comparison, the Corvette uses traditional mounts made of rubber.

The Porsche is also significantly lighter, around 380 lbs, which significantly helps with the handling characteristics.

Despite being primarily designed for spirited driving and potential track use, a large proportion of these cars' lives will be spent on the public road. Compared to the Corvette, the 911 is simply better equipped.

Systems such as adaptive cruise control, active parking support, rain-sensing wipers, and adaptive headlights really help to take the strain off the driver. Consequently, fatigue is less of an issue in the 911.

Benjamin has always had an interest in all things automotive. He is a keen follower of Formula One, and is particularly enjoying watching the rise of George Russell and Lando Norris. He is most knowledgeable about modern cars, but is learning more and more about classics. Currently based just North of London.