1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 80 kg more than 2013 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Camaro | C |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 310 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4591 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2008 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |