2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1805 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Panda | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3910 mm |
