1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (270 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 120 kg more than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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.
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1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Camaro | 365 GTB |
Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |