1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 330 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident.
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, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Camaro | Trident |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |
