1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1972 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 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) has 194 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1509 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1972 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6332 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 111 L | 40 L |
