1995 Audi A6 vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1027 kg more than 1995 Audi A6.
Because 1995 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A6 | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3910 mm |
