1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 44 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 600 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2895 mm |