1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 33 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 653 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6328 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 1153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2860 mm |
