1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (204 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 2 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Mercedes-Benz SL 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Mercedes-Benz Chevrolet
Model SL Camaro
Year Released 1998 2012
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2799 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 204 HP 323 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 376 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1810 kg 1812 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4836 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1389 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2852 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 72 L


 

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