1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 31 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Camaro | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1979 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2475 mm |
