1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1034 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E | 600 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 6332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 2710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 112 L |
