1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 430 kg more than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | W 110 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 319 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 72 L |