1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2001 Spyker C8
To start off, 2001 Spyker C8 is newer by 36 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, 2001 Spyker C8 (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1300 kg more than 2001 Spyker C8.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Spyker C8. (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Spyker C8. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 2001 Spyker C8 has manual transmission. 2001 Spyker C8 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 | 2001 Spyker C8 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Spyker |
| Model | 600 | C8 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 100 L |
