2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 633 kg more than 2008 Ford Explorer. 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Explorer | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 6332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 2710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 112 L |
