1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 23 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 399 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chevelle | 300 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
