1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1970 Opel Record
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 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record 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 349 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Record |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2670 mm |
