1970 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 784 kg more than 1961 Seat 600. 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1961 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | SL | 600 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
