1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 550 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Chevrolet Camaro 2012 Porsche Cayenne
Make Chevrolet Porsche
Model Camaro Cayenne
Year Released 1971 2012
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5025 cc 4806 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 130 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 318 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1515 kg 2065 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4846 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1939 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1705 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2896 mm