1974 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1960 Ferrari 256 F1
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 256 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 (292 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 256 F1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Camaro | 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Camaro | 256 F1 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
