1996 Porsche 911 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 911 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 911 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
