1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 44 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, 2012 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander 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 840 kg more than 2012 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2012 Toyota Highlander, 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 336 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 Weight | 2770 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
