1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Ford F-450

To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 19 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Chevrolet Camaro 2008 Ford F-450
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Camaro F-450
Year Released 1989 2008
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 6400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 3000 RPM
Torque 467 Nm 881 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 6670 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 4390 mm


 

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