2000 Mazda Protege vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2000 Mazda Protege is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 987 kg more than 2000 Mazda Protege. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Protege, 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Protege | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Protege | 600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3910 mm |
