1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 284 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Camaro | Corvette |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 6199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 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 | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |