1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 16 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 143 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Charger. (292 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 626 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 (576 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Charger. (352 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Charger. 2012 Dodge Charger 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. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Camaro | Charger |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 292 HP |
Torque | 576 Nm | 352 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3053 mm |