1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Velox 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 153 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (201 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | 600 | Velox |
Year Released | 1964 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6332 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2710 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 48 L |