1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | 600 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3910 mm |
