1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 41 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 80 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Explorer |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4958 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3320 mm |