1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 9 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 125 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. (122 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2810 mm |
