1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1969 Ferrari Dino is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1692 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | 600 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
