1985 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 CLS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Camaro | CLS |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |