1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1995 Ferrari F55
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F55 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F55 (376 HP) has 266 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F55 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Ferrari F55.
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 F55 (759 Nm) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (252 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F55 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 F55 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Camaro | F55 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 376 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1515 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
