2004 Ferrari 612 vs. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 612 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,331 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 930 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 612.
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, 2004 Ferrari 612 (590 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari 612 | 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 612 | 600 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 6331 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |