1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2001 Acura CL
To start off, 2001 Acura CL is newer by 33 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, 2001 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL 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 1190 kg more than 2001 Acura CL.
Because 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2001 Acura CL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
| Model | 600 | CL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
