1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 38 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 66 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1022 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (270 Nm). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2772 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 73 L |
