1973 Holden UTE 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 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden UTE 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 7 more horse power than 1973 Holden UTE. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden UTE.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden UTE. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden UTE | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | UTE | 600 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5047 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.8 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |