1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1650 kg more than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (155 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | 600 | Cresta |
Year Released | 1968 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2630 mm |