1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 39 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (315 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 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 1357 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 600 | 996 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2772 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |