1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 34 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 7 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1089 kg more than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 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 | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2800 mm |
