1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (320 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (468 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Camaro | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2920 mm |
