1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2001 Nissan MM
To start off, 2001 Nissan MM is newer by 30 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 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Nissan MM. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan MM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 935 kg more than 2001 Nissan MM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan MM. (372 Nm). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan MM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2001 Nissan MM | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | MM |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6328 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 1530 mm |
