2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 has manual transmission. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2810 mm |