1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 29 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 92 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1275 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2690 mm |
