1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. (95 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | E |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2760 mm |
