Chevrolet Corvette

vs

Chevrolet Camaro

USA vs USA — 1968 vs 1967

Chevrolet Corvette (1968)
Chevrolet Camaro (1967)
Specifications
Corvette C3 StingrayCamaro SS 350
Horsepower300 hp295 hp
Torque350 lb-ft360 lb-ft
Engine Size5,736 cc5,736 cc
0-60 mph5.7 sec7.0 sec
Top Speed139 mph125 mph
¼ Mile14.1 sec15.0 sec
Weight3,300 lbs3,250 lbs
Wheelbase2,489 mm2,743 mm
Length4,635 mm4,724 mm
Units Produced542,861220,906
Original MSRP$4,663$2,572
Value (Excellent)$120,000$80,000
Collectibility7/108/10
Rarity3/103/10
The Verdict

It's a closely fought contest. The 1968 Chevrolet Corvette C3 Stingray brings quicker acceleration, higher top speed to the table, and the 1967 Chevrolet Camaro SS 350 answers with greater rarity, stronger collectibility. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.

Overview

Chevrolet has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1968 Chevrolet Corvette C3 Stingray with the 1967 Chevrolet Camaro SS 350 highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1968 Chevrolet Corvette C3 Stingray producing 300 hp and the 1967 Chevrolet Camaro SS 350 delivering 295 hp. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1968 Chevrolet Corvette C3 Stingray edges ahead at 5.7 seconds versus 7.0 seconds. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.