1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen GTI 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 67 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (180 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1096 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. 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) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | GTI |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 55 L |
