1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 32 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 785 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2830 mm |
