1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 470 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (293 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | C 111 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 4799 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
