1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1991 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rally Raid | 600 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3910 mm |