1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Camaro | C |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5012 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 68.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |