1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 115 kg more than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | 600 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6332 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | (:1): 9. |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2745 mm |