Car enthusiasts who have seen crashes involving the new Chevrolet Camaro have seen that it tends to crumple upon impact according to news photos, and now the government finds that in terms of frontal crash ratings, the new model may have similar safety characteristics to used Chevrolet Camaros in New Jersey.

Cars.com reported that unlike other entry-level sports cars, the 2010 model only received four-star ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for the effect of frontal crashes on both the driver and passenger, even though “cars have become so advanced that they easily pass the government’s current tests.”

The 2002 model, which was the last Camaro made before the update, received a four-star rating for the driver in similar tests by the government, but received a five-star rating for front passenger safety.

Buyers considering a used Chevrolet Camaro in New Jersey may like the idea of buying a sports car that’s as safe as newer models, with options for a V6 or V8 engine making up to 275 horsepower.