1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 44 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (563 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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 1149 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 600 | SLS |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6331 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 563 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4638 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |