1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1975 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 208 (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 263 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1975 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Camaro | 208 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |