1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 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 346 kg more than 1992 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. (571 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | 600 | Express |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5987 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |