1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1978 Mazda 626 is newer by 14 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. 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 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
Model | 600 | 626 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6332 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2710 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2520 mm |