1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 29 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 120 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. (190 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Camaro | SE |
Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |