1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1999 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 34 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) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1999 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1999 Pontiac Firebird 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 | 1999 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | 600 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| 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 | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 58 L |
