1975 Triumph TR7 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR7. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph TR7.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph TR7. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Triumph TR7 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Triumph | Chevrolet |
| Model | TR7 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
