1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 35 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, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 161 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Focus |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |