2001 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 618 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Camaro | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Camaro | 356 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 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 | 1413 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |