2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1951 Tatra T600
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1951 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1951 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 965 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 S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 683 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 1951 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tatra |
| Model | S | T600 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
