2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 980 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (297 Nm). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Santa Fe | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 6328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3910 mm |
