1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2010 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2010 Lada Kalina is newer by 32 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 189 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1690 kg more than 2010 Lada Kalina. 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, 2010 Lada Kalina, 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2010 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lada |
| Model | 600 | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6329 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2480 mm |
