1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 38 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 62 kg more than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | C |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6328 cc | 6208 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 2832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2770 mm |
