1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 215 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Camaro | 220 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |