2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1964 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1964 Porsche 911. (129 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1964 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 373 kg more than 1964 Porsche 911. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 911. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 1964 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Camaro | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |