2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600.
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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3910 mm |
