1995 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (156 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 53 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.

Because 1995 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Porsche 911 2008 Toyota Camry
Make Porsche Toyota
Model 911 Camry
Year Released 1995 2008
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3746 cc 2399 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 355 Nm 214 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1279 kg 1332 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 92 L 50 L


 

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