1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 19 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 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1993 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Camaro | C |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |