1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2002 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2002 TVR Chimaera 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, 2002 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Chimaera 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 1710 kg more than 2002 TVR Chimaera.
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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2002 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
Model | 600 | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 4546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |