1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1993 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1993 Nissan Sunny is newer by 25 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 147 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1714 kg more than 1993 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1993 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 600 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |