1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 34 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 835 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
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, 2009 Toyota Sienna, 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6328 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 3040 mm |