2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1959 Maserati Tipo 61
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 (247 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 990 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61.
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.
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2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Camaro | Tipo 61 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2890 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |