1992 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 640 kg more than 1992 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | S |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
