1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1269 kg more than 1968 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Chevelle | 600 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3768 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3910 mm |