1974 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 323 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. 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, 1974 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Impala | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Impala | 240 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2760 mm |
