2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 9,371 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (770 HP) has 617 more horse power than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 263 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (926 Nm) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 9371 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 770 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 926 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 114.3 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 114.3 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2950 mm |
