1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 2361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
