1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2008 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2008 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Because 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Venza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2008 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Venza |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |