1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 11 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 407. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 407. (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Camaro | 407 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |