1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2010 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | 560 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1697 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2852 mm |