1983 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 515 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1983 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 822 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Camaro | SL |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2473 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |