2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1282 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ridgeline | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 111 L |
