1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1423 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Pontiac Bonneville, 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) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (380 Nm). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | 600 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
