1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 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 7,011 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Camaro | Corvette |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 7011 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 635 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |