1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 39 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, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (276 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 470 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Camaro | SLK |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |