1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1977 Seat 124 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | 600 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2430 mm |
