2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 346 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | 560 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2850 mm |
