1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600

To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 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 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1022 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 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 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model 560 600
Year Released 1986 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5547 cc 6328 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
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
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1748 kg 2770 kg
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 6250 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 3910 mm


 

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