1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Kingswood | 600 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 6332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3910 mm |
