2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1663 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Taurus | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
