2005 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 27 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 148 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1552 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (133 Nm). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 6329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3910 mm |
