1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe 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 Jaguar R Coupe (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe weights approximately 282 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe (525 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Jaguar R Coupe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Camaro | R Coupe |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 525 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |