1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (156 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Camaro | C |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |