1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph

To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 847 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 1972 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Chevrolet Camaro 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
Make Chevrolet Rolls-Royce
Model Camaro Silver Seraph
Year Released 1972 2000
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4097 cc 5379 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 110 HP 318 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 489 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98.2 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.6 mm 79 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1457 kg 2304 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 5400 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 3070 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 94 L


 

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