1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 28 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 600 | 993 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2280 mm |