1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1971 Seat 1500
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 6,329 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1971 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1610 kg more than 1971 Seat 1500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1971 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | 600 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6329 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2660 mm |
