2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sprinter | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 3910 mm |
