USA vs USA — 1967 vs 1969
| Camaro SS 350 | Camaro Z/28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 295 hp | 290 hp |
| Torque | 360 lb-ft | 290 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 5,736 cc | 4,949 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 7.0 sec | 6.7 sec |
| Top Speed | 125 mph | 131 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 15.0 sec | 14.8 sec |
| Weight | 3,250 lbs | 3,150 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,743 mm | 2,743 mm |
| Length | 4,724 mm | 4,724 mm |
| Units Produced | 220,906 | 19,014 |
| Original MSRP | $2,572 | $3,056 |
| Value (Excellent) | $80,000 | $175,000 |
| Collectibility | 8/10 | 9/10 |
| Rarity | 3/10 | 7/10 |
The 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 emerges ahead in most objective measures, offering quicker acceleration, higher top speed, greater rarity. The 1967 Chevrolet Camaro SS 350 counters with better value, but the numbers favor its rival. Still, both are remarkable machines, and the final choice often comes down to which driving experience speaks to you.
Tracing the evolution of the Chevrolet Camaro from 1967 to 1969 offers a compelling look at how automotive design and engineering progressed. These two variants showcase the changing face of Chevrolet. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1967 Chevrolet Camaro SS 350 producing 295 hp and the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 delivering 290 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Chevrolet Camaro uses a V8 OHV (small-block) displacing 5,736 cc, while the Chevrolet Camaro relies on a V8 OHV (DZ 302, high-revving small-block) with 4,949 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 edges ahead at 6.7 seconds versus 7.0 seconds. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 19,014 units built, the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 is considerably scarcer than the Chevrolet Camaro's 220,906 examples. On the collector market, the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 commands a significant premium over the 1967 Chevrolet Camaro SS 350, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.