2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 9,371 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (770 HP) has 539 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. (231 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 423 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (926 Nm) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. (405 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | 500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 9371 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 770 HP | 231 HP |
| Torque | 926 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Top Speed | 370 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
