1968 Ford Corsair 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 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 812 kg more than 1968 Ford Corsair. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Corsair | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Corsair | Camaro |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 319 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1697 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |