2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 664 kg more than 2006 Honda Odyssey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Odyssey | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2106 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3910 mm |
