1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE 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 167 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE.
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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. (190 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | SE |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4295 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
