1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick 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 (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 652 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Maverick | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 426 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2852 mm |
