1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 144 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
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 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Camaro | 944 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
