2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 307 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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 SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SSR | 300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |