1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 35 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 11 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tundra. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tundra.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tundra. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
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 | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 3710 mm |