1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Camaro | 911 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |