1975 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (144 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 275 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Sebring, 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, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Camaro | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
