1997 Honda Life vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1982 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Life | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Life | 600 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3910 mm |