1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 33 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 88 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1460 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Altezza |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |