1962 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1959 Seat 600
To start off, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 800 kg more than 1959 Seat 600. 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, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1959 Seat 600 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | SE | 600 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |