1997 Dodge Stealth vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1997 Dodge Stealth is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,329 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1997 Dodge Stealth.
Because 1997 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Stealth 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Stealth | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Stealth | 600 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 6329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3910 mm |
