1982 Ford Granada vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1358 kg more than 1982 Ford Granada. 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | 600 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 6328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3910 mm |
