1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Camaro | 250 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |