1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 33 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 68 more horse power than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1212 kg more than 2012 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota RAV4 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2659 mm |
