1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1780 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
