2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 247 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 780 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ridgeline | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3910 mm |
