1995 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 802 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Camaro | 1978 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Camaro | S |
Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3391 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 2215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2870 mm |