1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Camry. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz 500 (405 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Camry. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Camry |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |