1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record.
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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (152 Nm). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Record |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2670 mm |
