1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1650 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Comodoro | 600 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3910 mm |
