1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 46 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, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL 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 973 kg more than 2011 Acura TL.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2011 Acura TL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
Model | 600 | TL |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4966 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 70 L |