1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 38 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, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1345 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 600 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6331 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
