1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 29 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 4,958 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. (290 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, both vehicles can yield 393 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Camaro | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4958 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
