1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1295 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 600 | 911 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6329 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2360 mm |