1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1216 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Scorpio | 600 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
