1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Camaro | Boxster |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |