1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (248 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1298 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (617 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | E |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2874 mm |
