1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1972 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1972 Triumph GT6 is newer by 4 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1972 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1850 kg more than 1972 Triumph GT6. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1972 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
Model | 600 | GT6 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 74.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
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 | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |