1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 40 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 92 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 556 kg more than 2005 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 80 L |
