2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1968 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 297 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1968 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
