1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1997 Renault Spider
To start off, 1997 Renault Spider is newer by 33 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 107 more horse power than 1997 Renault Spider. (140 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1997 Renault Spider. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Spider. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1997 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1997 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1997 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 600 | Spider |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6332 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2350 mm |
