1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 31 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 113 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Camaro | 360 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |