1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 788 kg more than 1972 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1972 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | S |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
