2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (191 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (81 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 470 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 1968 Ford 17 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | 17 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |