1986 Ford Escort vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escort | 600 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
