2004 Honda Element vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 895 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Element | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 112 L |
