1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Challenger | 600 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 6332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 111 L |
