2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 487 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.

Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.

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2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Silverado 560
Year Released 2009 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 5547 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 360 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 516 Nm 464 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1748 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 5070 mm
Vehicle Width 2440 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3380 mm 2850 mm