1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 9 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 135 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | 600 | Granada |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 60.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2780 mm |