1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 40 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1209 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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. 2012 Nissan NV 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. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Camaro | NV |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 2666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2156 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
