1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 36 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 1415 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2800 mm |
