1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2012 Acura RL
To start off, 2012 Acura RL is newer by 48 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, 2012 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL 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 858 kg more than 2012 Acura RL.
Because 2012 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2012 Acura RL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
Model | 600 | RL |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6332 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2710 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4971 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 73 L |