2002 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1951 Tatra T600
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Tatra T600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1951 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1951 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 250 kg more than 1951 Tatra T600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | 1951 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tatra |
| Model | C | T600 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
