1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 21 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, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 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 950 kg more than 2012 Ascari A10.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ascari A10. (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ascari A10. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 2012 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2012 Ascari A10 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 | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ascari |
| Model | 600 | A10 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2636 mm |
