1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | 230 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2305 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2720 mm |
