1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman is newer by 40 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, 2008 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman 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 1355 kg more than 2008 Porsche Cayman.
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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 600 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |