1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,331 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | 600 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6331 cc | 4916 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 750 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 2642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |