1991 Chevrolet SS vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet SS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (248 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet SS. (245 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet SS.
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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet SS. (468 Nm). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet SS | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SS | 600 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 248 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3910 mm |
