1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (201 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Valiant | 600 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4342 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3910 mm |