1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 97 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Camaro | SL |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |