1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 4,958 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. (290 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. (393 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camaro | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4958 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
