1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1124 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | 500 | Silverado |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 2790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |