1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (270 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Camaro | 512 M |
Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |