2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
