1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | 600 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 2559 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1946 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 119 L |