1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1965 Porsche 904
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Porsche 904 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 886 kg more than 1965 Porsche 904.
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:
| 1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 1965 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Camaro | 904 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 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 |
