1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Ferrari California
To start off, 2011 Ferrari California is newer by 20 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari California weights approximately 245 kg more than 1991 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, 2011 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Camaro | California |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 78 L |
