1985 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1947 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1947 Triumph Roadster.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Camaro | 1947 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Camaro | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1947 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
