1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1730 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sierra | 600 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3910 mm |