1999 Chevrolet Express vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Express is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 949 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. 1999 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Express | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | 300 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |