1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 83 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Commodore. (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
Model | 600 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6329 cc | 5044 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2740 mm |