1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1958 Opel Kapitan
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1958 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1958 Opel Kapitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1958 Opel Kapitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1958 Opel Kapitan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | 600 | Kapitan |
Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2760 mm |