1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 16 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 133 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 40 L |
