1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 507 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Camaro | E |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 4266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 275 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2052 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |