1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 41 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 935 kg more than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Venza |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2775 mm |