1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 24 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 955 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. (469 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 600 | SL |
Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2520 mm |