2003 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 39 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SL | 600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 6332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 111 L |
