1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | 600 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4995 cc | 6328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3910 mm |
