1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 39 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 35 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will offer significantly more control. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Montero |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2730 mm |
