1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 27 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 600 | CLS |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2720 mm |