1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 27 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 201 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 2060 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1995 Honda Today | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | 600 | Today |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |