1969 Ford 17 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford 17 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 737 kg more than 1969 Ford 17. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford 17. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford 17 | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | 17 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 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 | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |
