1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 38 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 134 more horse power than 2006 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2006 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1600 kg more than 2006 MG TF. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2006 MG TF | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | 600 | TF |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
