1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (252 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Camaro | 911 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
