2006 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1963 Seat 600
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 600 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | 1963 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | S | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2010 mm |
