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A classic Chevrolet Camaro. Photos.com/Photos.com/Getty Images The 1974 Chevrolet Camaro is a classic American muscle car. New federal regulations in 1974 required the body style to be updated and new safety features installed. The original manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) for the 1974 Camaro ranged between $2,827.70 and $3,380.70, depending on the specific model.
Performance
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The 1974 Camaro is equipped with a 350-cubic inch V-8 engine that produces 245 horsepower at 5,400 RPM and 280 ft.-lbs. of torque at 4,000 RPM. The V-8 has a compression ratio of 9:1 and a bore and stroke of 4.00 by 3.48. A 250-cubic inch six-cylinder engine was also an option in the 1974 Camaro. The car can accelerate from 0 to 60 MPH in 6.7 seconds and completes the 1/4-mile in 15.2 seconds.
Safety Upgrades
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The 1974 Chevrolet Camaro had several safety upgrades from previous models. A safety feature that required the driver to wear a seat belt before the engine would start was introduced. This was also the first year that the front and rear bumpers were made of aluminum rather than chrome. Brake pad sensors were added to the front to monitor wear and let the driver know when to replace the pads.
Exterior Specs
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The body of the Camaro measures 74.4 inches in width, 195.4 inches in length and 49.2 inches in height. The 1974 Camaro sits 4.9 inches off the ground, and its wheelbase has a length of 108 inches. The vehicle has a curb weight of 3,840 pounds.
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