2000 Ford TS-50 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2000 Ford TS-50 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Ford TS-50. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford TS-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1562 kg more than 2000 Ford TS-50. 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford TS-50. (175 Nm). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford TS-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford TS-50 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TS-50 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 6328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2770 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3910 mm |
