1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 305 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. (130 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 153 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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. (198 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | 230 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
