1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1984 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1984 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Camaro | 400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 120 L |
