1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 21 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Camaro | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
