1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept

To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 34 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.

Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Chevrolet Camaro 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Camaro Bionic Car Concept
Year Released 1971 2005
Engine Size 5025 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 130 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 318 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 18.0:1
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1515 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2570 mm