1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 39 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, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (290 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat, 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 (393 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Camaro | Passat |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4958 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |