1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1997 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1997 TVR Speed 12 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (800 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 552 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 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 1768 kg more than 1997 TVR Speed 12.
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, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1997 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
Model | 600 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 800 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2650 mm |