1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 36 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 91 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1532 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | 600 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2649 mm |
