1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | 600 | Express |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |
