1971 Ford GT 70 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1971 Ford GT 70. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford GT 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 950 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70. 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 (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 70. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 70 | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT 70 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2852 mm |
