1985 Holden Drover vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1860 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Drover | 600 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3910 mm |
