1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Fiat Campagnola 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat Campagnola 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:
| 1959 Fiat Campagnola | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Campagnola | 600 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3910 mm |
