1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1428 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 600 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6328 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2360 mm |
