2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 80 kg more than 1987 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | 300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |