1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 (236 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | 250 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
