1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 792 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caprice | 600 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3910 mm |