1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1960 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Naked | 600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3910 mm |
