1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1980 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac 1000 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 344 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1980 Pontiac 1000. 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 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Pontiac 1000. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1980 Pontiac 1000 has manual transmission. 1980 Pontiac 1000 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 | 1980 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | 600 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2400 mm |
