1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord 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 928 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord.
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 Honda Accord, 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | 600 | Accord |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6332 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 111 L | 70 L |