1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro 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 144 kg more than 2013 Ferrari 458.
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, 2013 Ferrari 458 (540 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (468 Nm). This means 2013 Ferrari 458 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. 2013 Ferrari 458 has automatic transmission and 1997 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ferrari 458 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Camaro | 458 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 4499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 570 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1937 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1213 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
