2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 446 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Excursion | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3910 mm |
