1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2011 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Challenger is newer by 33 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, 2011 Dodge Challenger (305 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Challenger 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 525 kg more than 2011 Dodge Challenger.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Challenger. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2011 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | 600 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6329 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2946 mm |
