1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1963 Seat 600
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 600 would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1477 kg more than 1963 Seat 600. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 1963 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | E | 600 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |
