1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 111 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry, 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 Corvette (380 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (304 Nm). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Camry |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 304 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |