2000 Audi A4 vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A4 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 112 L |
