1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Camaro | Cayman |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 2687 cc |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2420 mm |