1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2006 Saleen S7
To start off, 2006 Saleen S7 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saleen S7 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 1523 kg more than 2006 Saleen S7.
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, 2006 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2006 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saleen |
| Model | 600 | S7 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2692 mm |
