1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1999 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CL | 600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3910 mm |
