1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1630 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. 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, 2007 Tata Indigo, 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | 600 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 6329 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2460 mm |
