2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 20 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 312 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Express 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Express 300
Year Released 2007 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4802 cc 2962 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 285 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 88.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 80.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 70 L


 

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