1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 12 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. (130 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. (198 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | 230 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
