1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1986 Porsche 944 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 240 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944. 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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Camaro | 944 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 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 | 1585 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |