1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 46 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 106 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | 600 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6332 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 111 L | 70 L |
