1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 43 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 110 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 850 kg more than 2011 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
Model | 600 | Safari |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2660 mm |