2000 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1610 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | 600 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3910 mm |