1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 781 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
Model | 600 | CHARGER |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6332 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 464 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2710 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 72 L |