1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur.
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, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 600 | Silver Spur |
Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6328 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 3170 mm |