1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1955 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 550 A. (108 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 550 A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 980 kg more than 1955 Porsche 550 A. 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:
| 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 1955 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Camaro | 550 A |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2110 mm |
