2004 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2004 Lotec C 1000 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, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (844 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 597 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1370 kg more than 2004 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 2004 Lotec C 1000 has manual transmission. 2004 Lotec C 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lotec C 1000 | 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Lotec | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C 1000 | 600 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 844 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1490 mm |