1968 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1998 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE (169 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Parati. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 485 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Parati. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE 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 SE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Parati, 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 SE (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Parati. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1998 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | SE | Parati |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
