1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Camaro | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |