1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1983 Dodge Mirada is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1983 Dodge Mirada. 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Mirada | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mirada | 600 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3910 mm |
