1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blazer | 600 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3910 mm |
