2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,329 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 792 kg more than 2008 Jeep Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Commander. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Commander | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 6329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3910 mm |
