1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | 220 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.7 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |