1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600.
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, 1996 Porsche 911 (540 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 600 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2280 mm |
