1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1963 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 514 kg more than 1963 Vauxhall VX4.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. (134 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1963 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Camaro | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
