2005 Honda CR-V vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1342 kg more than 2005 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CR-V | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 52 L |
