2001 Porsche Boxster vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (580 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2001 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (753 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche Boxster | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
Model | Boxster | Camaro |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 580 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 753 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2852 mm |