1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 10 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 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 714 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1978 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Chevelle | S |
Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3768 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 2215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |