2002 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 521 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Carrera GT | Camry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
