1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 79 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1238 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6329 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2720 mm |
