1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 40 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 600 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6328 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 3200 mm |