1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1986 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 347 kg more than 1986 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1986 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Camaro | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |