1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 25 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 57 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (190 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1225 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica. 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, 2000 Toyota Celica, 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) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (177 Nm). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6328 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2600 mm |
