2002 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 860 kg more than 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish.
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, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Vanquish | 600 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3910 mm |