1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1606 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190. (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 190 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3910 mm |
