1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | S |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
