2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 371 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1970 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | SRX | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2760 mm |
