1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Porsche 993

To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 28 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 1998 Porsche 993.

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, 1998 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 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 1998 Porsche 993
Make Chevrolet Porsche
Model Camaro 993
Year Released 1970 1998
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5025 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 130 HP 283 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 318 Nm 347 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 5250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1518 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2280 mm


 

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