1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 131 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) has 194 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1805 kg more than 1974 Seat 131. 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1974 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | 600 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6329 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2500 mm |
