1959 Skoda 440 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 877 kg more than 1959 Skoda 440. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro has automatic transmission and 1959 Skoda 440 has manual transmission. 1959 Skoda 440 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Skoda 440 | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Skoda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 440 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |
