1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 49 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, 2013 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX 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 406 kg more than 2013 Acura MDX.
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, 2013 Acura MDX, 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2013 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
| Model | 600 | MDX |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| 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 | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.2 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2238 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1733 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 111 L | 79 L |
