1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 43 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 39 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
| Model | 600 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
