1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1959 Alvis TD
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alvis TD 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 130 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1959 Alvis TD. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1959 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alvis |
| Model | 600 | TD |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2840 mm |
