1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (597 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | R |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
