1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1956 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 550 A. (108 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 550 A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 2165 kg more than 1956 Porsche 550 A. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1956 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 600 | 550 A |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2110 mm |
