1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2011 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Voyager 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler Voyager. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2011 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Voyager, 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler Voyager. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2011 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chrysler |
| Model | 600 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6332 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 111 L | 76 L |
