1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 1438 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6329 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 3710 mm |
