1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 45 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (290 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express.

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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. (393 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Chevrolet Camaro 2012 Chevrolet Express
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Camaro Express
Year Released 1967 2012
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4958 cc 6600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 290 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3100 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 711 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 5692 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 2012 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 2070 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 3429 mm


 

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