1991 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1991 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 23 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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600.
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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Italdesign Nazca. (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Italdesign Nazca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Italdesign Nazca | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Italdesign | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Nazca | 600 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3910 mm |
