1994 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 814 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. 2012 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 1994 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1994 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 142 L |
