1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 43 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, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | 600 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6332 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2710 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 70 L |
