1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1995 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Marcia 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 105 more horse power than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. 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, 1995 Hyundai Marcia, 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1995 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
Model | 600 | Marcia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2710 mm |