1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (312 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 452 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | 230 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2298 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 312 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
