1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 109 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (384 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3125 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 384 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3910 mm |
