2009 Ford GT vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. (323 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 292 kg more than 2009 Ford GT.
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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2009 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford GT | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | GT | Camaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |