1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (285 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Camaro | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4295 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 443 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2280 mm |
