1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 45 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 148 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1521 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. 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, 2010 Honda Civic, 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
