1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (409 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (285 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (405 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Camaro | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4295 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 409 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
