1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1975 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1975 Zastava 2101 is newer by 7 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 186 more horse power than 1975 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1975 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1810 kg more than 1975 Zastava 2101. 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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Zastava 2101. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1975 Zastava 2101 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Zastava |
Model | 600 | 2101 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2430 mm |