1985 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1985 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | SL |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
