1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (477 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1390 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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, 2004 Porsche 911 (641 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 600 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 477 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 641 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2360 mm |
