1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1991 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1991 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 19 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 295 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, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 1991 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
