2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 147 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (528 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (468 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5670 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 412 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |
