1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1504 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | 600 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6328 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 3650 mm |
