1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2002 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2002 Toyota Mark II 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. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Mark II. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1215 kg more than 2002 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mark II will offer significantly more control. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2002 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2610 mm |
