2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 926 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Lumina has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lumina | 600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 6332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 111 L |