1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Chevrolet |
| Model | TX-GT | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 72 L |
