2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. (245 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2460 mm |