1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 97 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1472 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2772 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
