1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 841 kg more than 1989 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (265 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | 300 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3645 mm |
