1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 274 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Camaro | Boxster |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2360 mm |