2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot, 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pilot | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3910 mm |
