1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1987 Tatra T613
To start off, 1987 Tatra T613 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 80 more horse power than 1987 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1987 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1987 Tatra T613. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 2800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1987 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tatra |
Model | 600 | T613 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2990 mm |