1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 60 kg more than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600.
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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | E |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6328 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2860 mm |
