1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Seat Leon

To start off, 2007 Seat Leon 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 39 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (237 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 60 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 Seat Leon, 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Chevrolet Camaro 2007 Seat Leon
Make Chevrolet Seat
Model Camaro Leon
Year Released 1967 2007
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 237 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 481 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 196 km/hour 247 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 55 L


 

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