1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 1088 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 545 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2772 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |