1970 Buick GS vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1970 Buick GS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1970 Buick GS. 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick GS. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1970 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1970 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick GS | 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GS | 600 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2990 mm |