1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 44 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, 2010 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS 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 1057 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS.
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, 2010 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lexus |
| Model | 600 | IS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2772 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
