1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2001 Nissan Moco
To start off, 2001 Nissan Moco 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 194 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1660 kg more than 2001 Nissan Moco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Moco is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Moco 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2001 Nissan Moco | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Moco |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 6328 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2370 mm |
