1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2002 Toyota F-1
To start off, 2002 Toyota F-1 is newer by 34 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 65 more horse power than 2002 Toyota F-1. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota F-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2002 Toyota F-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota F-1. (430 Nm). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota F-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2002 Toyota F-1 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | F-1 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1610 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
