1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1991 Honda Integra
To start off, 1991 Honda Integra is newer by 13 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 141 more horse power than 1991 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1756 kg more than 1991 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1991 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Integra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6329 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2560 mm |
