1975 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (144 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 747 kg more than 1959 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, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Camaro | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Camaro | 356 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2110 mm |