1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 28 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 44 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Camaro | Camaro |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |