1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 600 | 450 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 4519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |