1993 Porsche 965 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 965 would be higher. Both 1993 Porsche 965 and 2011 Chevrolet Camaro are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. (312 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 336 kg more than 1993 Porsche 965.
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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 965 | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
Model | 965 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2852 mm |