1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2003 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 35 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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 340 kg more than 2003 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 600 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
