1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 98 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Camaro | 993 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
