2008 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1416 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3910 mm |
