1975 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 24 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 16 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 287 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150. 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. (338 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Camaro | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3520 mm |
