1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 698 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | 600 | Sharan |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 70 L |