2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (264 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1804 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus, 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1975 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 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Taurus | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 6328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 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 |
