2008 Ford Focus vs. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,331 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1528 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Focus | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
