2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1971 Ford GT 70
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1971 Ford GT 70. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford GT 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 648 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 70. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 1971 Ford GT 70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | GT 70 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |