1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 433 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (881 Nm) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (358 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Camaro | 911 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
