2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1970 Seat 600
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 600 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1970 Seat 600. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1970 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (630 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 1970 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | E | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2010 mm |
