1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, 2013 Kia Optima is newer by 33 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, 2013 Kia Optima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Optima 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 1232 kg more than 2013 Kia Optima.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Optima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Optima. (365 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2013 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | 600 | Optima |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2795 mm |
