2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avalanche | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3910 mm |
