1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1163 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | 300 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 91 L |
