1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 35 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 162 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1504 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 | 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6332 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2710 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2410 mm |
