1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 16 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | E |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
