1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1967 Porsche 904
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 904. (177 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 886 kg more than 1967 Porsche 904. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 1967 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Camaro | 904 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
