1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1963 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Vitesse 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 177 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1595 kg more than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1963 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | 600 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6332 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 111 L | 40 L |
