1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 1692 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2011 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tundra. (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2772 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |
