1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1972 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Allegro 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 179 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1900 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro, 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1972 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Austin |
| Model | 600 | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2450 mm |
