1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 220 | 600 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3910 mm |