2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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 Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (118 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | 190 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2710 mm |
