1982 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (389 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Toyota Camry | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Toyota | Porsche |
Model | Camry | 911 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2451 mm |