2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,329 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 403 kg more than 2004 Ford Expedition. 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (395 Nm). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Expedition | 600 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 6329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3910 mm |