1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Camaro | 612 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 532 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |