1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2005 Ford Taurus is newer by 38 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (276 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus, 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, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (481 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
