1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 47 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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country 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 600 kg more than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country.
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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country, 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chrysler |
Model | 600 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6332 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2710 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 76 L |