1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP) has 313 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 100 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (252 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Camaro | 512 M |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 423 HP |
Torque | 252 Nm | 500 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |