1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 33 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (235 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2012 Infiniti EX (550 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (252 Nm). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. 2012 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1979 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Camaro | EX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2799 mm |
