1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 1970 Porsche 914 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 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) has 123 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914.
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) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (176 Nm). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 600 | 914 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 290 mm |
