1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1997 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1997 Honda S-MX is newer by 29 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 119 more horse power than 1997 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1997 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda S-MX 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, 1997 Honda S-MX 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1997 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | 600 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2510 mm |
