
Though the Corvette sits alone as the fastest American production supercar and sports car range, the Dodge Viper is due to return for 2013, bringing with it new refinement and a potential challenge.
Nissan's 370Z and Porsche's Boxster also offer some competition to the bottom of the Corvette range, while the Nissan GT-R and Porsche 911 fight it out against the top.
The Corvette's strength is being able to play competitively in all of these fields with its blend of high performance, affordable pricing, and ample power.
All of the alternatives except for the GT-R either sacrifice performance for affordability or affordability for performance; the GT-R's weakness is in maintenance and running costs.
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Quick Specs | |||
From fast to insanely fast, yet still practical and affordable, the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is a great balance and a strong value. |
The 2012 GT-R outraces some of the world's top sports cars, at a fraction of their price. |
The 2012 Porsche 911 is one of the best buys in the sports car market, and quite possibly the most practical, luxurious car at its performance level available. |
Stylish, fun, and capable, the 2012 Porsche Boxster is one of the best roadsters around. |
MSRP From | |||
$49,600 | $89,950 | $79,000 | $48,100 |
Gas Mileage | |||
15 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 23 MPG Hwy | 14 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy |
Engine | |||
Gas V8 | Gas V6 | Gas Flat 6 | Gas Flat-6 |
EPA Class | |||
Two Seater | Subcompact | Mini-Compact | Two-Seater |
Style Name | |||
2-Door Coupe w/3LT | 2-Door Coupe Premium | 2-Door Coupe 997 Carrera | 2-Door Roadster |
Drivetrain | |||
Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive |
Passenger Capacity | |||
2 | 4 | 4 | 2 |
Passenger Doors | |||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Body Style | |||
2 Door Coupe | 2 Door Sedan | Coupe | Convertible |
Transmission | |||
Manual | Automatic w/Manual Shift | Manual | Manual |
Detailed Spec Comparison | |||
2012 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Porsche 911 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster |