1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,331 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. 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, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DeVille | 600 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 6331 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 233 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3910 mm |