1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Camaro | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |