1954 Porsche 356 vs. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 665 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356. 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, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Porsche 356 | 1981 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 356 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2760 mm |
