1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 130 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 62 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | Chevelle |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 5011 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
