2000 Holden Berlina vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2000 Holden Berlina is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2000 Holden Berlina. 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Berlina | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Berlina | 600 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3910 mm |