1980 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (423 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Camaro | 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Camaro | 365 GTC 4 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4375 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 423 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |