1985 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 23 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (475 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (631 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | CLK |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 475 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
