1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1971 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Ascona 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 1971 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1971 Opel Ascona. 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 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Ascona. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1971 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1971 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1971 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2440 mm |
