2001 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1986 Ginetta G32
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ginetta G32. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ginetta G32 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1986 Ginetta G32. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Ginetta G32. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 837 kg more than 1986 Ginetta G32. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ginetta G32. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ginetta G32.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Camaro | 1986 Ginetta G32 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ginetta |
| Model | Camaro | G32 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2220 mm |
