1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna 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, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Laguna.
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, 2011 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 600 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6331 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
