1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (290 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (393 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Camaro | 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Camaro | Monte Carlo |
Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4958 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |