2004 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2004 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2004 Isuzu Ascender.
Because 2004 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu Ascender | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ascender | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3910 mm |
