1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2003 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 39 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 118 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 925 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Magnus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2003 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Daewoo |
| Model | 600 | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 111 L | 65 L |
