1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 45 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, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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 708 kg more than 2013 Mazda CX-09.
Because 2013 Mazda CX-09 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-09. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-09.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3726 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 | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
