2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sportage | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3910 mm |
