2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 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 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| 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 | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 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 | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
