1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. 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, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Sixty | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sixty | 600 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 6328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3910 mm |