1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (270 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Porsche Cayman. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Porsche Cayman. 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 (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Camaro | Cayman |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 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 | 1550 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2420 mm |