1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (108 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 650 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Camaro | 914 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |