1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1998 Tata Estate
To start off, 1998 Tata Estate is newer by 32 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) has 180 more horse power than 1998 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1128 kg more than 1998 Tata Estate. 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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1998 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | 600 | Estate |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2772 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2830 mm |
