1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 356 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Camaro | W 110 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 79 HP |
Torque | 576 Nm | 142 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |