USA vs USA — 1968 vs 1967
| Cutlass Hurst/Olds | Camaro Z/28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 390 hp | 290 hp |
| Torque | 500 lb-ft | 290 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 7,456 cc | 4,948 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 5.9 sec | 5.8 sec |
| Top Speed | 125 mph | 130 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 13.9 sec | 14.2 sec |
| Weight | 3,650 lbs | — |
| Wheelbase | 2,845 mm | 2,743 mm |
| Length | 5,156 mm | 4,724 mm |
| Units Produced | 515 | 602 |
| Original MSRP | $4,025 | — |
| Value (Excellent) | $200,000 | $450,000 |
| Collectibility | 9/10 | 5/10 |
| Rarity | 8/10 | 7/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1968 Oldsmobile Cutlass Hurst/Olds brings more power, stronger collectibility, better value to the table, and the 1967 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 answers with quicker acceleration, higher top speed. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
In the world of Muscle Car cars, few comparisons generate as much discussion as the 1968 Oldsmobile Cutlass Hurst/Olds versus the 1967 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28. Both hail from Muscle era and represent the pinnacle of their respective manufacturers' ambitions. The 1968 Oldsmobile Cutlass Hurst/Olds holds a clear advantage in raw power with 390 hp compared to 290 hp, a 100-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Oldsmobile Cutlass uses a V8 OHV (Oldsmobile 455) displacing 7,456 cc, while the Chevrolet Camaro relies on a V8 OHV 16V with 4,948 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1967 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 edges ahead at 5.8 seconds versus 5.9 seconds. From a collectibility standpoint, the 1968 Oldsmobile Cutlass Hurst/Olds rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.