1968 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, 2005 Lexus SC is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 73 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Lexus SC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Camaro | SC |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |