1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 39 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | 600 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 4012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2840 mm |
