1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 42 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP) has 357 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | SL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 605 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
