1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen W12.
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, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (620 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Camaro | W12 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 590 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 350 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |