1967 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (349 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 220 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle.
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, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (563 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chevelle | SL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6478 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
