1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 205 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Camaro | E |
Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 68.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3090 mm |