1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | 300 | Colorado |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |