1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 39 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 57 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1326 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2741 mm |
