1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 16 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (270 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 200 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Camaro | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2475 mm |
