1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 34 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1120 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, 2006 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Camaro | Savana |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
