2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 425 kg more than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blazer | SE |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
