1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra 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 133 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1580 kg more than 1995 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | 600 | Calibra |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2610 mm |