1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1339 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | 600 | HHR |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2629 mm |
