1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 32 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 HP) has 935 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 295 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg Agera.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Koenigsegg Agera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Camaro | Agera |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 1100 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Biofuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
