2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 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 314 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 367 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SSR | 300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |