1991 Porsche 911 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 415 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 911 | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 911 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
