1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano is newer by 32 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 95 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 940 kg more than 2008 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Terrano 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, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2460 mm |
