1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 35 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 144 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camaro | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
