1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder 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 9 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6332 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 111 L | 80 L |
