1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 702 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 560 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2990 mm |
