1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK (167 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 252 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | CLK |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
