1984 Maserati 420 vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1984 Maserati 420 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1592 kg more than 1984 Maserati 420. 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Maserati 420 | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 420 | 600 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3910 mm |