1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1987 Ford RS 200 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 247 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1538 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200.
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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford RS 200 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RS 200 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3910 mm |
