1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 5 kg more than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Camaro | 240 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3430 mm |