1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Ford F-450. (399 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford F-450.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (576 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. 2011 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 1996 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 399 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| 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 | 2570 mm | 4379 mm |
