1967 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 39 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 390 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. (563 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chevelle | E |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6478 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
