1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 27 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 3010 mm |