1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 987 kg more than 1996 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | 600 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2772 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
