1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (317 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 768 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | S |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2772 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
