1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 744 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Camaro | 356 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2110 mm |
