1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 43 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | E |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 80 L |
