1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1975 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (144 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 128 kg more than 1972 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, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 1975 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Camaro | Camaro |
Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |