1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1919 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1964 Renault 8 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | 600 | 8 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2772 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2280 mm |