1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2002 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2002 Saturn Sky is newer by 26 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1730 kg more than 2002 Saturn Sky.
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) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn Sky. (259 Nm). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2002 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saturn |
| Model | 600 | Sky |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2600 mm |
