2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 6332 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 111 L |
