1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1977 Nissan Skyline is newer by 9 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 139 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. 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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (179 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 600 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2620 mm |