1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 15 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2860 mm |
