1999 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1999 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 808 kg more than 1999 Infiniti QX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti QX4 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Infiniti QX4 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | QX4 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3910 mm |
