2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 49 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 480 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tahoe | 300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |