1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 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 148 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (287 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 813 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (410 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | 400 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 287 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3050 mm |
