1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1981 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1981 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1981 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
| Model | 600 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6328 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2640 mm |
