2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. (312 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 138 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | SL | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
