2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,331 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 303 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (447 Nm). This means 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avalanche | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 6331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
