1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL 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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | SL |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4995 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
