1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 50 kg more than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | 600 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6332 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 111 L | 98 L |