1995 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1417 kg more than 1995 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, 2012 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Camaro. 2012 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1995 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1995 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | E-350 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3391 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |