1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1980 Reliant GTC
To start off, 1980 Reliant GTC is newer by 15 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 112 more horse power than 1980 Reliant GTC. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1980 Reliant GTC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant GTC. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant GTC. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1980 Reliant GTC has manual transmission. 1980 Reliant GTC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1980 Reliant GTC | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
| Model | 600 | GTC |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 91 L |
