1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Suzuki Light 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 233 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 2230 kg more than 1960 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | Light |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2010 mm |
