1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1999 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1999 Panoz AIV is newer by 31 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, 1999 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV 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 1590 kg more than 1999 Panoz AIV.
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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1999 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Panoz |
Model | 600 | AIV |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |