1968 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 45 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, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 132 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1968 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 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 2013 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
