1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. 2012 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | F-250 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 385 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1966 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 132 L |