1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 531 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | 600 | Express |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |
