1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 46 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 22 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 247 kg more than 2012 Audi Q7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 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 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | 600 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2772 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |
