1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 43 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1312 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | E-Series |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.06:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1511 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3505 mm |