1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (285 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | 300 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4295 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |
