1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 45 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, 2011 Ford Edge (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge 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 826 kg more than 2011 Ford Edge.
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, 2011 Ford Edge, 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Edge. (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2011 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Edge |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2772 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |
