1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 41 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 375 kg more than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 96 L |