2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1830 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato, 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 3910 mm |
