1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 31 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 26 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 938 kg more than 2009 Mercury Milan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Milan 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, 2009 Mercury Milan 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | 600 | Milan |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6329 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2730 mm |