2007 Ford Territory vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (328 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2007 Ford Territory.
Because 2007 Ford Territory is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Territory. (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Territory | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 6330 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
