1977 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 240 kg more than 1977 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
