1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 43 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 875 kg more than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Highlander |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2790 mm |