1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 47 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 63 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-V. (184 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 950 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-V. 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, 2012 Honda CR-V, 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | 600 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed 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 | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 58 L |
