2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1780 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 1969 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 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz, 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jazz | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
