1981 Lancia Beta vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1981 Lancia Beta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1722 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta. 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Beta | 600 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3910 mm |
