1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Peugeot 407

To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 40 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 68 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 372 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro.

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, 2007 Peugeot 407, 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Chevrolet Camaro 2007 Peugeot 407
Make Chevrolet Peugeot
Model Camaro 407
Year Released 1967 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 2946 cc
Horse Power 276 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 481 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 87.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 1687 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 67 L