1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 14 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 157 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 929 | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 929 | 600 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 6332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |