1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 1984 Opel Monza is newer by 16 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 134 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1444 kg more than 1984 Opel Monza. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1984 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2670 mm |
