1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 37 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, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2013 Infiniti M.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | 600 | M |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2900 mm |