1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1990 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1990 Nissan Terrano is newer by 18 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 101 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1990 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1990 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2660 mm |
