1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 68 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Camaro | 360 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |