2000 Honda Life vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1920 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Life 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Life | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Life | 600 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 6332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3910 mm |