1974 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 377 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. (338 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3970 mm |
