2000 Honda City vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2000 Honda City 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 153 more horse power than 2000 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1510 kg more than 2000 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda City, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda City has manual transmission. 2000 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda City | 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | City | 600 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2990 mm |