1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Camaro | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
