1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky 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 74 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2009 Saturn Sky. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saturn |
| Model | 600 | Sky |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2772 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 49 L |
