1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1965 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 700C 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 228 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 2230 kg more than 1965 Steyr 700C. 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 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1965 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Steyr |
Model | 600 | 700C |
Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 1950 mm |