1975 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. (144 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Camaro | 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Camaro | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1975 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |