1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Ford GT
To start off, 2009 Ford GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Ford GT.
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, 2009 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Ford GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | GT |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 493 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.4:1 |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 66 L |