1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 20 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 2,996 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Camaro | C |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2996 cc |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |