1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. (276 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 580 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (481 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Camaro | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | S |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 88 L |
