1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1982 Mercury LN7
To start off, 1982 Mercury LN7 is newer by 7 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 177 more horse power than 1982 Mercury LN7. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury LN7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1792 kg more than 1982 Mercury LN7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Mercury LN7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury LN7. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury LN7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1982 Mercury LN7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | 600 | LN7 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6328 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2400 mm |
