1969 Ford Capri 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 Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (580 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri.
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 (753 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Capri | Camaro |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 580 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 753 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |