1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 42 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 49 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (198 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 950 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | 600 | Passat |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 70 L |