1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 44 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 18 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (229 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 905 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | E |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6332 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 111 L | 80 L |
