1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1595 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | 600 | Carlton |
Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 69.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2680 mm |