2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1300 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | 600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 112 L |